February 19
Nigeria: Ogun Justice Ministry Condemns Use of Police in Civil Disputes
The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwasina Ogungbade expressed concern that matters involving contracts, tenancy, domestic relationships and land ownership are… Read more »
Nigeria: NCC Sets Deadline for Review of Nigeria's National Telecommunications Policy
"In the ongoing review, there are 15 key policy proposals, which form the baseline for the review and potential changes to the existing NTP." Read more »
Nigeria: Abuja Nurses Decry 'One-Chance' Attack On Colleague, Demand Justice
He called for immediate, decisive and sustained action to guarantee the safety and security of all nurses and healthcare workers in the FCT. Read more »
February 18
Nigeria: Nigeria Commits to Deepening Relations With Iran
"Nigeria is interested in translating political goodwill into tangible outcomes through structured mechanisms, such as the Joint Nigeria-Iran Commission." Read more »
Nigeria: Lawmaker Dismisses Genocide Allegations Against Ebonyi Gov
The lawmaker said the allegations by one Joy Idam, an Ebonyi State indigene, against the governor misrepresent security measures taken by his administration to address a… Read more »
Nigeria: Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai Rearrested After EFCC Release
Mr El-Rufai was detained by the EFCC over corruption allegations on Monday morning and held till Wednesday night. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Signs Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 Into Law
The two chambers of the National Assembly passed the bill on Tuesday after months of debate and deliberation. Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos State Govt Defends Lekki-Epe Minibus Restriction After Drivers' Protest
The Lagos State Government described the protest as disruptive and contrary to agreements previously reached with transport stakeholders. Read more »
Nigeria: El-Rufai Spends Second Night in EFCC's Custody
Mr El -Rufai has been detained since Monday when he honoured the agency's invitation for questioning over corruption allegations. Read more »
Nigeria: New Study Reveals How Nigeria's Former Minister Spread Falsehoods, Misled Lawmakers
The study found that the former minister shared the satirical article as fact, misleading the Nigerian media and parliament. Read more »
Nigeria: 11 Killed As Tree Falls On Vehicles in Enugu
The incident happened on Tuesday at about 8:45 p.m. in Awhum Community, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. Read more »
Nigeria: 2026 Ramadan Offers Nigerians Opportunity to Reunite in Peace, Stability - Tinubu
"Fellow Muslims, coincidentally, this Ramadan period coincides with the beginning of the Christian Lent. We thank God for this. God Almighty is giving us a sign of the need for… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu, Army Chief, Others Honour Gen Murtala Muhammed At 50th Anniversary Wreath-Laying
The solemn remembrance, which held on the grounds of the Abuja Geographic Information Systems (AGIS), Central Business District, Garki, brought together senior government… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Orders Direct Remittance of Oil, Gas Revenues to Federation Account
President Tinubu said the order is meant to safeguard and enhance oil and gas revenues for the federation, curb wasteful spending, eliminate duplicative structures in the sector… Read more »
Nigeria: 86% of States Now Have Functional Public Health Emergency Centres - NCDC
Mr Idris said the development reflects the federal government's sustained investment in emergency preparedness under the National Health Reform Agenda. Read more »
Nigeria: Electoral Act Amendment Bill - Reps Deputy Spokesperson Defends Opposition Walkout
The minority caucus members staged a walkout on Tuesday over the rejection of an amendment on Clause 60(3) of the electoral bill, alleging bias and impropriety. Read more »
Nigeria: Insecurity - Nigerian Lawmakers Flay Intelligence Sector Allocation in 2026 Budget
The lawmakers expressed concern that funding for the intelligence sector does not reflect President Bola Tinubu's stated commitment to strengthening national security. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest Magic Show By Individual
He achieved the feat after completing 50 hours of nonstop magic Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Governor Alleges Political Bias in Govt's Palliative Distribution
The governor said Zamfara had not received any federal intervention funds beyond statutory allocations since he assumed office in 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: 'I Can Order Army to Arrest IGP,' Judge Warns, As Woman Presses Contempt Charges
She issued the warning during a hearing in the contempt proceedings instituted by Nnenna Anozie, whose husband, John Anozie, has not been seen after some police officers abducted… Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Signs MOU to Operationalise Medipool, Cut Medicine Costs
The development was announced on Tuesday via the verified X account of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Mobilises Traditional, Religious Leaders to Drive Universal Health Coverage
He announced the expansion of the Universal Health Coverage Compact, first unveiled during the Health Sector Joint Annual Review, to formally include traditional institutions,… Read more »
Nigeria: Lawyer Files N105 Billion Suit Against Nigerian Governor, Military Chiefs, Others
The suit followed the governor's recent curfew order and shutdown of schools in Amasiri over recent deadly attacks in Okporojo in Oso Community of Ebonyi State. Read more »
Nigeria: 'I Hung Out With Tonto Dikeh Many Times' - Rosy Meur's 2017 Interview Resurfaces
"Churchill's wife is family to me. We've hung out before together, and I mean, I don't see a big deal there..." Read more »
Nigeria: Church Distributes Ramadan Food to Tsangaya Schools in Kaduna
Mr Buru said the church had, for about 20 years, supported underprivileged Muslims and Tsangaya schools across five northern states with food items Read more »
